US Business
Used EVs Sell for Bargain Prices Now, Putting Owners and Dealers in a Bind
The sharp drop in the value of preowned electric vehicles stands in contrast to the broader used-car market.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
TPG Telecom Sells Fixed-Fiber Network to Vocus
Australia’s TPG Telecom agreed to sell its fixed-fiber network to Vocus, generating funds for future shareholder returns and investment into its mobile operations.
US Business
Unions Defy Their Leadership With More ‘No’ Votes on Contracts
Fed up with inflation and seizing a moment of labor power, workers at Boeing, AT&T and Southwest reject deals negotiated by union bosses.
US Business
After Years of Increases, Companies Are Rolling Back Prices
Businesses that sell a range of products from IKEA sofas to Air Jordan sneakers have said in recent weeks that they have lowered prices this year.
US Business
Korea Zinc Raises Buyback Offer to Stop Takeover Bid
The South Korean company raised its share-buyback offer to frustrate a takeover bid by private-equity firm MBK Partners, in a battle for control over the world’s largest zinc smelter.
US Business
BP Flags Earnings Hit From Weak Refining Margins
BP warned that weaker refining margins will hit third-quarter earnings by $400 million to $600 million as lower oil prices continue to weigh on the energy sector.
US Business
Five Takeaways From Tesla’s Robotaxi Show
The driverless vehicle marks a strategic pivot for the electric-vehicle pioneer. Here are some key takeaways from the event.
US Business
Seoul Semiconductor’s Patent Case Leads to LED Sales Ban in Eight European Countries
The United Patent Court’s ruling also orders German online retailer to retrieve and destroy all such LED goods already sold in the region.
Chamber Updates
Hot Links Golf Tournament 2024 — Fall Edition!
The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce had 27 teams compete in their bi-annual Hot Links Golf Tournament on October 11! Players had the opportunity to compete in a marshmallow long drive and a dice game. […]
US Business
Tesla’s Robotaxi Event Disappoints Investors
Shares in the EV maker fell after a much-hyped event was heavier on showbiz than financial details.